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Free-agent RB James Starks (Packers) plans to continue his NFL career. Starks will be cleared soon from the concussion he suffered late last year in an automobile accident. Starks' agent believes the Packers are open to re-signing Starks.

Free-agent RB James Starks (Packers) was due $3 million next season, but the Green Bay Packers could re-sign Starks at a lower price, in the opinion of ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Fantasy Tip: The move isn't out of the question, especially since Eddie Lacy will hit the free-agent market this offseason. The Packers could be thin at running back either way, and it's difficult to gauge any fantasy value with Starks gone and Lacy hitting free agency. Ty Montgomery may definitely play a role in Green Bay's backfield again. He's a mid-round option as a running back or receiver for 2017 fantasy drafts.

Fantasy Tip: Starks missed the last six games last season because of a concussion he suffered in a car crash. It's hard to believe he's done with football, but he may not have the same pep in his step as he did the previous two years.

Fantasy Tip: This doesn't bode well at all for Starks' status this weekend. It's once again looking very likely that the veteran running back will remain on the sidelines come Sunday, as he's already missed the last five games due to a concussion he sustained in a car accident. In his absence, expect Ty Montgomery to continue pacing the backfield.

Fantasy Tip: Unfortunately, Starks still hasn't recovered from the concussion that he sustained in a car accident about a month ago. With the veteran still on the sidelines, Ty Montgomery has seized control of the Green Bay backfield and will be worth a look in all fantasy formats this weekend.

Fantasy Tip: Stars got into a car accident a few weeks ago, and while it was described at the time as a "minor" accident, that appears to not be the case, considering the veteran running back hasn't played since. Ty Montgomery has taken over Green Bay's backfield and is worth deploying this weekend.

Fantasy Tip: Starks is apparently still hindered by the concussion he sustained in a car accident a few weeks ago, and he's on track to be sidelined for the third consecutive game. Even when he is healthy enough to return, Ty Montgomery is the only running back worth deploying from Green Bay's backfield.

Fantasy Tip: Starks is apparently still hindered from the car accident he was involved in last week. Even if he's somehow able to return to the field this weekend, which seems very doubtful, he's not worth starting anywhere. Ty Montgomery is the only back that can be trusted in the Packers backfield and it figures to remain that way for the duration of the campaign.

Fantasy Tip: It's not a surprise after Starks was involved in a car accident earlier this week. His absence should open door for Ty Montgomery to become the lead back, while Christine Michael steals between five and 10 touches. Montgomery should be considered a strong flex in frigid Chicago, but Michael should not be starting for any owners in the fantasy semifinals.

Fantasy Tip: Starks fell back in the RB committee to Ty Montgomery and Christine Michael last week. He should remain stashed because he's a matchup back that the team could unleash in any of the final three weeks. However, he's not a good flex option this week.

Fantasy Tip: Starks had a season high in rushing yardage, but that's not saying much. He is still nothing more than a low-end RB3 in all fantasy formats heading into Week 13 against the Houston Texans.

Fantasy Tip: Starks' return is very welcome, as they had been using WR Ty Montgomery in the backfield out of necessity due to injury concerns. Starks faces a good fantasy matchup when the Packers travel to Washington in Week 11.

The Green Bay Packers are hopeful that RB James Starks (knee) can play in Week 10's game against the Tennessee Titans but a final decision about his status will not be made until after he participates in warmups, according to a source.

Fantasy Tip: Starks was a limited participant in practice throughout the week and is likely to see just a handful of carries in his first game back from knee surgery. He should only be considered as a possible flex option in deep seasonal leagues.

Fantasy Tip: It looks like Starks will be able to make his return from knee surgery in Week 10, but owners might want to use some caution, as his usage will be unknown in his first game back. Ty Montgomery has emerged as the starting running back in Green Bay and figures to take on a regular workload this weekend, which could mean Starks will be saddled with very limited opportunities. He deserves consideration as a flex option only in deeper formats.

Fantasy Tip: It looks like Starks is primed to make his return to the field against the Tennessee Titans. Of course, don't expect him to receive a full complement of carries upon his return. The most likely scenario is that he and Ty Montgomery will split touches. As is the case with many returns from injury, it might be best to wait on Starks for at least a week.

Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) participated in contact drills during the media access portion of practice Thursday, Nov. 10. He should have a decent chance to play in Week 10 unless he suffers a setback.

Fantasy Tip: It is not known if Starks would have to share carries with Ty Montgomery or if he would receive a majority of the carries if he plays in Week 10. There is a decent chance that he will be eased back into the offense, which would hurt his fantasy value. Owners could consider him as a flex option if he is active.

Fantasy Tip: Starks' status for Week 10 is not known at this point, but it is a good sign that he is able to do things during practice. It is not known how many carries he would receive if he plays in Week 10 but could be a flex option in some leagues.

Fantasy Tip: Starks appears to be trending toward a Week 10 return. His impending return seems to have created quite a stir given his likely status as the lead back in a good offense and the state of his position in the fantasy world, but Starks was horrible (1.8 yards per carry) prior to his injury. Ty Montgomery could easily remain the starter for the rest of the year if he can stay healthy, meaning Starks isn't exactly a must-add when he is cleared.

Fantasy Tip: If Starks can suit up, he figures to be a decent flex option as decimated as the team is at the position. The Indianapolis Colts haven't been good against opposing running backs, and if Starks can even see a 50 percent share, he'd make a good flex play.